Now pending are Plaintiff's demands for a speedy trial, filed on October 11, 2012. (Docs. 48, 49.) Plaintiff demands a speedy trial in this action under the Sixth Amendment.

The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is applicable to criminal prosecutions and provides that Athe accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial.@ U.S.Const. amend. VI (emphasis added). Plaintiff is advised that in a civil action, such as Plaintiff=s, there is no right to a speedy trial. Therefore, Plaintiff's demands must be denied.

Based on the foregoing, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT Plaintiff's demands for a speedy trial under the Sixth Amendment, filed on October 11, 2012, are DENIED.

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